Travel Contract

Behavioral Health RN
Chicago, Illinois
Austin Health Center

$1,950-2,432/week
Posted 2 hours ago
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Travel/Contract RN Job

Overview

  • Specialty: Behavioral Health RN
  • Location: Chicago, Illinois
  • Employment type: Travel/Contract
  • Contract length: 13 weeks
  • Shift: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–4:30 PM
  • Guaranteed hours: 40 per week
  • Floating: Mandatory float facility; clinicians are required to float as needed

Required Qualifications

  • Valid RN license in Illinois
  • Associate of Science in Nursing / Associate Degree in Nursing
  • Med Surg experience within the last year
  • 2 years of Med Surg experience
  • BLS issued by American Heart Association
  • Bystander Intervention Training Certificate
  • Experience administering LAI (long-acting injectable) and MAT (medication-assisted treatment) medications
  • Experience with injections
  • Psychiatric experience

Preferred Qualifications

  • CPI
  • Psychiatric Nursing Certification

Job Responsibilities

  • Administer LAI and MAT medications
  • Be experienced with injections
  • Be familiar with psychiatric medications

Scheduling Notes

  • No call
  • No weekend requirement
  • Local candidates only
  • Must live within 75 miles of the facility
  • No pending license accepted

Additional Notes

  • Scrub color: Any solid color
  • On-site free parking

About Chicago, IL

As a Travel Behavioral Health Nurse in Chicago, IL here's what you should know:
Cost of Living
  • The cost of living in Chicago is slightly higher than the national average.
  • Wages generally match up with the cost of living, but it's important to budget for higher housing and transportation costs.
Weather
  • Chicago experiences hot summers with average highs around 83°F and cold winters with average lows around 16°F.
Furnished Housing
  • Short term rentals and furnished housing options are available in Chicago, but they may require some research and planning to find the right fit.
Transportation
  • Chicago is car-friendly, but public transportation is also widely used and convenient, with an extensive network of buses and trains operated by the Chicago Transit Authority (CTA).
Demographics
  • Chicago is a diverse city with a wide range of ages represented.
  • Common health issues may include seasonal allergies and respiratory conditions due to the urban environment.
  • Chicago has a large population of travel nurses due to its numerous healthcare facilities and teaching hospitals.
Things to Do
  • Chicago offers a vibrant culinary scene with a variety of restaurants, especially known for its deep-dish pizza and Chicago-style hot dogs.
  • The city has a thriving art and music scene, with numerous galleries, theaters, and live music venues.
  • Sports enthusiasts can enjoy games at iconic venues like Wrigley Field.
  • Outdoor enthusiasts can explore the city's beautiful parks, lakefront, and beaches.
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